Myofascial and connective tissue therapy, biodynamic craniosacral work, and energy healing, held in one unhurried session. In practice in Asheville since 2005.
In person in Asheville, and online wherever you are.
If this sounds familiar
It isn't a lack of effort, and it isn't a flaw in you. Tension that keeps returning tends to sit in the connective tissue and the nervous system, a layer beneath the muscle that stretching alone doesn't quite reach.
What the work does
Myofascial and connective tissue work, biodynamic craniosacral therapy and energy work settle the nervous system and loosen long-held patterns from the inside.
What releases tends to stay released, rather than returning within a day or two.
Ways to begin
Every journey starts with an appointment. From there we choose the session that fits what you're working through, and we go at your pace.
Call or email and tell me a little about what's going on and what you'd like from a session. If you already have an intention in mind, you're welcome to send it ahead.
Phone or email · Asheville, NC
Hands-on bodywork at the Asheville office, moving between massage, myofascial, craniosacral and energy work as your body asks for it. Unhurried, and never run to a stopwatch.
About 1 hour · In person in Asheville · Ask when booking
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My story
Since 2004 I have been developing this body of sacred healing work, drawing on the experience of learning with masterful teachers and working with thousands of clients. I trained at the Pacific Center for Awareness & Bodywork on the island of Kauai in 2005 and have held a private practice for 21 years since.
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The studio
Asheville, North Carolina · A calm, private treatment room. Directions confirmed when you book.
How it works
A clear path from where you are to where you'd rather be, starting with a relaxed chat about what's going on.
Step one
Get in touch and tell me a little about what's going on and what you'd like from a session. If you already have an intention in mind, you're welcome to send it ahead by email.
Step two
We meet in person or on video, at a pace that suits you. Together we settle the nervous system and work gently with the patterns underneath. You're awake the whole time, and in control the whole time.
Step three
The new patterns settle in and become your normal. You leave with practices to carry the calm forward on your own, so the change holds long after our work together ends.
Testimonials
"As a bodyworker of over 20 years and having experienced hundreds of massages in my life, I can honestly say Michael was extraordinary. He is truly a rare find."
"I had an amazing craniosacral massage! I had never had one before and was surprised at the level of care and attentiveness I received in Michael's space. I felt held and able to do the release that my spirit needed."
"Michael is amazing. The space is very relaxing and clean. As someone who deals with chronic back pain, I find his massages super beneficial."
"Michael always does an amazing job when I come to see him. I've tried therapists all over Asheville for 9 years until I found him and now I don't care to look any further."
"I emailed him with a very specific intention I had for the session beforehand and he beautifully supported me through his work. I look forward to future sessions."
"The setting is beautiful. I definitely felt a shift into a parasympathetic state! Michael is both intuitive and methodical."
FAQ
It's much quieter than most people expect. Biodynamic craniosacral work uses very light contact and you stay fully clothed for it. Plenty of clients come in for a straightforward massage and meet the subtler work for the first time here.
No. Tell me what's going on and what you'd like from the session, and the work is shaped around that. Most sessions move between massage, myofascial, craniosacral and energy work as the body asks for it.
That depends entirely on what you're working with. Some people come once for something specific, others come regularly as ongoing care. There's no package you need to commit to upfront.
Yes. Holistic coaching, mentoring and energetic healing sessions are offered over phone and video. Hands-on bodywork happens in person at the Asheville office.
Get in touch to arrange a session, or to ask anything you'd like to know first. Hands-on work happens at the Asheville office; coaching and energy sessions can be arranged by phone or video.
Just a warm, friendly chat. No commitment.
Real reviews from real customers on our Google Business Profile.
"I had an amazing craniosacral massage! I had never had one before and was surprised at the level of care and attentiveness I received in Michael's space. I felt held and able to do the release that my spirit needed. I had set an intention during the session and found out after the session that Michael's intention in his work had been aligned with my own."
"Micheal is amazing. The space is very relaxing and clean. He is very thoughtful and talented. If you’re in the hunt for a safe space and great bodywork- I can’t recommend him enough. As someone who deals with chronic back pain, I find his massages super beneficial. Don’t let him be your best kept secret! Tell people you love them by sending them here."
"As a bodyworker of over 20 years and having experienced hundreds of massages in my life, I can honestly say Michael was extraordinary. If you are looking to be met with care, attention, and expertise on many levels, Michael has the experience and presence that unparralleled. He is truly a rare find."
"Michael always does an amazing job when I come to see him. I’ve tried therapist all over Asheville for 9 years until I found him and now I don’t care to look any further. Keep up the amazing work and thank you…"
"I had an amazing first session with Michael today. He is highly skilled at what he does and I look forward to continuing to work with him."
"I had a really great first bodywork session with Michael. I emailed him with a very specific intention I had for the session before hand and he beautifully supported me through his work. I was so happy that my intuition lead me to work with him and I look forward to future sessions!"
"The setting is beautiful. I definitely felt a shift into a parasympathetic state! Michael is both intuitive and methodical."
"Well, I was a hot mess when I came to Michael as my first time with him for healing and body work. Afterwards I felt great but didn't respect my body. I should have gone home and rested but I felt so good that I forgot about me and wanted to have fun..."